Business Development Analyst - COOi Studios (Permanent)

Job Title: Business Development Analyst - COOi Studios Start Date: 2026-08-26 - 2026-09-21 Vacancy Type: Permanent JHB004019 Sectors: Information Technology Location: Gauteng , Johannesburg Salary: R15241 - R 23292 Monthly Basic Salary (Medical, Retirement, Funeral, Work 4 day week, Annual bonus, Individualised Learning Dev. Budget, Market related, Negotiable) Brief: bcom|business development manager|degree|economics|junior|marketing|rosebank About Us: COOi Studios is a purpose-driven innovation consultancy helping organisations navigate change and create sustainable impact through strategy, human-centred design, data, technology, AI, and emerging digital solutions We believe innovation is powered by people, and we invest in creating a workplace where talented individuals can grow, innovate, and do meaningful work Brief Job Description: The Business Development Analyst plays a key role in supporting COOi Studios growth objectives by conducting market research, driving client acquisition efforts, developing proposals, and supporting partnerships and project delivery This role offers an opportunity to apply analytical thinking and communication skills in a fast-paced consulting environment It also serves as an entry point into a career in business consulting Detail: Key Responsibilities: Market Analysis and Business Development Conduct basic market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, target industries, and new business opportunities aligned with COOi Studios service offering Assist with drafting development strategies and market entry plans Attend conferences, forums, and networking events to learn and raise COOi Studios profile Coordinate internal logistics for business development activities under the guidance of the project manager Sales Management and Proposal Development Follow up on leads, qualify prospects, and support them through the sales process with supervision Prepare customisable, visually compelling pitch decks, proposals, and quotations in collaboration with the senior analyst Maintain accurate documentation in the CRM and update internal tracking systems Client and Partner Engagement Support client relationship building by scheduling meetings, taking notes, and assisting with onboarding Assist in post-engagement follow-ups and performance reviews to gather feedback and drive client satisfaction Project Governance and Delivery Support Participate in project planning sessions and governance check-ins to track milestones and flag risks Assist with creating reports and templates to support business and client delivery alignment Team Development and Upskilling Participate in internal team training and contribute to sessions by sharing updates on leads, market research, or partner activity Support onboarding of Professionals in Training or junior colleagues by offering guidance on tasks such as research, CRM entries, or proposal formatting Partnerships and Ecosystem Engagement Assist in managing and updating records for key ecosystem partners (e.g., AWS, Microsoft, ESD Partners) Support the planning and execution of joint partnership initiatives, such as webinars, pilot projects, or events Brand Visibility and Recognition Assist in the preparation of submissions for industry awards, conferences, and thought leadership articles Coordinate with the marketing team to provide content and research to support COOi Studios branding and visibility efforts Team Collaboration and Support Work closely with junior Professionals in Training and support staff to quality-check research documents and CRM updates Ensure that all business development activities are well-documented and aligned to COOi Studios brand and methodologies Skills: Sales Skills and Stakeholder Management as this is a client-facing role Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field 1–2 years' experience in a Business Development, Market Research, or Sales Support environment Strong writing, communication, and research skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) is a plus Interest in consulting, innovation, and market-based solutions Benefits: Company Benefits (Post-Probation) ​ Medical Aid Retirement Annuity Funeral Cover Work Life-Balance: 4-Day Week 2 x 1 week vacation blocks per year + Unlimited Leave Annual bonus Skills Incentive Programme Individualised Learning and Development Budget Complimentary Snack Bar HOW TO APPLY: Only if you meet the minimum job requirements as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV. Please Apply Online and complete your registration on Placement Partner (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate and to comply with the new POPIA terms and conditions. This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market AJ Personnel is fully POPIA Compliant Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position If you do meet the requirements and are shortlisted you will receive a LINK from AJ Personnel via email Please re-apply on the link to get your CV through to COOi Studios data base and the next round of the selection process for this position Ensure you have the following documents ready before you upload on the link: * A detailed updated CV * Copy of your ID (Must be certified not older than 6 months) * Copy of Matric (Grade 12 Certificate) * Copy of your qualification (Degree) - (Must be certified not older than 6 months) Closing Date : 21 September 2026 Starting date: 01 October 2026 Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful Please note: AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising the advertisement and the first round of the selection process on behalf of their Client COOi Studios AJ Personnel does not have any other information regarding the position Important: Incomplete or non-compliant documents will disqualify your application show more... 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